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Sharon Stone reveals mother’s brutal final words to her were ‘hard’ to take

Sharon Stone has spoken in depth in recent years about her mother’s relationship with other members of her family and the impact of that on her

Sharon Stone has spoken about her mother’s final words to her(Image: Getty)

Renowned Hollywood film actress Sharon Stone has spoken about her mother’s final words and the impact they had on her.

Earlier this year, Sharon announced that her mother Dot had died. Making the statement on Instagram, Sharon later revealed that she made the announcement a few months after her mother’s actual death in order to process the event.

During an interview with the Guardian, Sharon went into further detail about her mother’s final months and how her family handled what she described as “delirium” during her family member’s illness.

Sharon went further as to say what her mother’s final words to her were. She said: “When the last thing your mother says to you before she dies is: ‘You talk too much, you make me want to commit suicide,’ and the whole rooms laughs, you think: that’s a hard one to go out on, Mom!

“But that’s how she was. This lack of ability to find tenderness and peace within herself.”

Sharon Stone
Sharon Stone has spoken about her family life

Sharon also spoke about her mother’s fears about death towards the end of her life and how her mother was afraid to see her own relatives because of how they had treated her physically during her life.

In Sharon’s 2021 memoir, The Beauty of Living Twice, she claims her mother was beaten regularly by her maternal grandfather.

She said: “She was desperately afraid that when she died her mother and father would be there. She didn’t want to die, because she didn’t want to see them, because they were so awful.

“So I convinced her that I had put them in jail and they were not going to be there. She was in such hell. “Nobody comes through this life intact. So why do we pretend that one does?”

Sharon Stone
Sharon Stone

Throughout her career, Sharon has been in a series of iconic films including Basic Instinct, Total Recall, and Casino. This year she is in Nobody 2 in which she plays a crime boss, a role she says she relished and used an unusual source to take inspiration from.

She said: “I don’t want to play villains unless they touch the zeitgeist. So I wanted this villain to feel as if she came out of social media, because that is the most scary thing right now.”

Sharon’s comments around social media come as government’s around the world begin to put more pressure on social media firms to protect their users, especially children.

The UK’s Online Safety Act is one example of a country taking action to try and protect users with Sky reporting that the country could go further and introduce screentime limits for children.

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Technology Secretary Peter Kyle told the broadcaster: “I am looking very carefully about the overall time kids spend on these apps.

Sudanese RSF fighters kill more than 40 people in Darfur camp

Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has attacked a famine-hit camp for displaced people in Darfur, killing at least 40 civilians, according to first responders.

The RSF stormed Abu Shouk camp on Monday, opening fire inside homes and on the streets, said the local Emergency Response Room,one of hundreds of volunteer networks providing front-line aid since war erupted between the Sudanese army and the RSF in April 2023.

It said more than 40 civilians were killed and at least 19 were wounded in the attack.

The rescue group said civilians were “killed either by stray bullets or direct executions” at the camp, located on the northern outskirts of el-Fasher, the last major city in Darfur still held by the Sudanese army.

The RSF has laid siege to el-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur state, since May 2024.

The local resistance committee, a pro-democracy volunteer group, confirmed the toll of at least 40 killed in Monday’s attack.

The group condemned what it called “horrific violations being committed against innocent, unarmed people”.

In recent months, el-Fasher and nearby displacement camps have come under renewed RSF attacks after the paramilitary was pushed out of Sudan’s capital, Khartoum, by the army in March.

A major RSF offensive in April on the Zamzam camp displaced tens of thousands of people, and many sought shelter in el-Fasher.

War and famine

The war between Sudan’s army and the RSF has killed tens of thousands of people, displaced millions and created what the United Nations describes as the world’s largest displacement and hunger crisis.

The conflict has in effect split the country in two with the army holding the north, east and centre while the RSF dominates nearly all of Darfur and parts of the south.

Last year, famine was declared in three camps around el-Fasher, including Abu Shouk, and the UN warned it could spread to the city by May.

But data shortages have prevented an official declaration.

At a community kitchen in el-Fasher, organisers said some of the children and women they serve arrive there with swollen bellies, sunken eyes and signs of acute malnutrition, according to the AFP news agency.

Meanwhile, in North Kordofan state in central Sudan, the RSF has been accused of displacing more than 3,000 families from 66 villages due to fighting since early August, according to the Sudan Doctors Network.

The group also said the RSF looted their properties and stole their money and livestock.

Those displaced ended up arriving in Khartoum and White Nile provinces last week.

Salford owners say club ‘will not close’

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Salford Red Devils’ ownership group have said the beleaguered Super League club “will not close” despite their perilous financial state.

A consortium led by businessman Dario Berta bought the club on the eve of the season, but frequent late wage payments, mass player exits, and a bruising season of defeats have overshadowed their 2025 campaign.

Sunday’s defeat at Hull FC followed a chaotic week in which Chris Hankinson, Chris Hill, Jack Ormondroyd and Ryan Brierley left the club, while a patchwork team of loanees was eventually beaten 80-6, conceding 14 tries in the process.

“We understand the frustration many fans feel. But we want to be clear: Salford Red Devils will not close,” they added.

The statement also said that “an essential £1.8m investment” from an external backer, which had been anticipated for November 2024 had failed to materialise in the lead up to their takeover.

They also claimed that matters worsened when Salford City Council “unexpectedly withdrew” from negotiations to purchase the Salford Community Stadium home they share with rugby union side Sale Sharks.

At the time, the council cut ties with Jacobson Management, a group who had been introduced to the stadium by representatives of the Red Devils’ owners, as they were unable to carry out the required due diligence.

Despite this, the consortium said they were still willing to resume discussions with the council over a possible purchase of the stadium.

Salford, who have lost all but two of their 21 Super League games this season – conceding 940 points in the process – have six games of the campaign remaining.

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Ranvir Singh’s flattering and breezy GMB midi dress is perfect for heatwave dressing

Ranvir Singh celebrated her birthday during her GMB appearance in a flattering purple midi dress that’s ideal for keeping cool in the heatwave

Ranvir Singh nails heatwave dressing in floaty midi dress(Image: Instagram @ranvirtv)

With another heatwave back, it can be really difficult knowing what to wear in warm and sticky weather, especially if you’ve got to commute into the office or head out to a nice dinner after work.

Luckily for us, Ranvir Singh’s latest Good Morning Britain look has given us all the inspiration we need for appropriate heatwave dressing.

Presenting the breakfast show on her birthday, Ranvir opted for a gorgeous, floaty midi dress from Phase Eight. The Kailey Midi Dress, priced at £139, features feminine puff sleeves and chic pleats combined with a breezy, voluminous skirt that is perfect for keeping you cool in warm weather.

Made from a mixture of Lyocell TENCEL and linen, the dress has natural moisture-wicking properties, making this midi airy and breathable in the summer heat.

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This breezy midi from Phase Eight is perfect for staying cool in warm weather(Image: Instagram @ranvirtv / Phase Eight)

The TV presenter paired the dress with some gold platform heels, and simple gold jewellery for an elevate birthday look. However, you could easily dress this midi down by swapping out the platform heels for a pair of raffia wedges or chunky sandals in the daytime.

Ranvir has really been nailing it this summer, catching the attention of viewers with her gorgeous seasonal dresses. One of our favourites from earlier this year came from high street favourite Lipsy at Next

The Red Short Sleeve Gathered Waist Underbust Midi Dress is priced at £49. Keeping the look simple, Ranvir teamed this midi with a pair of simple nude court heels and minimalist jewellery.

The slight puff sleeves add a floaty, feminine feel, while the gathered waist and keyhole neckline create a flattering silhouette that suits all shapes.

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The GMB presenter also sported the Pink Denim Rosie Midi Dress from Nobody’s Child, which is currently on sale for £45 down from £75, and selling fast.

Full list of Taylor Swift’s 22-song playlist as singer drops new Showgirl album

Taylor Swift has confirmed her 12th studio album is called The Life Of A Showgirl

Swift wrapped up her billion-dollar, record-breaking Eras Tour in December(Image: Getty )

Taylor Swift has unveiled her 12th studio album titled The Life Of A Showgirl. At 12.12am today (August 12), Swift revealed the thrilling news about her latest record, which followed a cryptic countdown on her website and a series of hints that a fresh album was on the horizon, sending fans into overdrive with speculation.

No release date has been confirmed for the new album. However, supporters can pre-order it, and the album’s colour scheme features green and orange. The actual cover art remains under wraps for now. Swift’s profile picture across her social media platforms has been refreshed with an image of an orange sparkly padlock against a green backdrop.

A brief segment from the New Heights podcast, presented by her NFL star boyfriend Travis Kelce and his brother Jason, a retired NFL athlete, was posted on Instagram. In the footage, Swift is spotted retrieving a copy of the new album from a briefcase, though the artwork is obscured, reports Bristol Live.

“So, I wanted to show you something,” she informed Jason and the audience. Displaying a vinyl of the fresh record she said: “This is my brand new album, The Life of a Showgirl.” Kelce shouted: “TS12!”

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Based on Swift’s website, physical editions of the album, available for pre-order, will be dispatched by October 13. This record represents her debut release since announcing in May that she had reclaimed ownership of her back catalogue.

It comes after 2024’s The Tortured Poets Department. Taylor Swift has compiled a Spotify playlist for her freshly revealed The Life Of A Showgirl album, which appears to hint at a partnership with producers Max Martin and Shellback.

The playlist, dubbed “and baby, that’s show business for you,” was assembled a fortnight ago and went public immediately following the album reveal. It boasts 22 tracks, all drawn from her earlier releases.

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The new playlist hints that her new album will be a Max Martin and Shellback collaboration(Image: Charles McQuillan/TAS24, Getty Images for TAS Rights Management)

Devoted fans swiftly spotted that every tune featured was crafted by Max Martin and Shellback, with whom the chart-topper has worked on Red, 1989, and most recently, Reputation. Both Shellback and Martin were instrumental in her transition from country to pop, helping create some of her most massive hits – We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together, I Knew You Were Trouble, Shake It Off, and Don’t Blame Me were all produced by the pair.

In a Reddit discussion titled “And, baby, that’s show business for you – Official Playlist by Taylor”, numerous devotees have voiced their opinions on the fresh album announcement. Many people suspect the upcoming ‘Showgirl’ album will be produced by Max Martin and Shellback and will feature a more pop music style, based on the 22 songs included in this ‘Showbusiness’ playlist.

One said: “All songs produced by Max Martin and Shellback… Oh pop taylor is BACKKKK baby.” Another said: “22 is the first song and there are 22 songs on the playlist. The 2s are 2ing…again”. A third said: “And they all happen to be songs she did with Max Martin and Shellback.” Another fan said: “This is gonna be a fun album for sure!”

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Someone else said: “Alphabetical order max martin and shellback!” One more said: “Um, all these are Max Martin tracks, like every single one.” Another said: “Am a Jack defender but I think it’s cool that’s she’s working with Max Martin and Shellback for this project!”

What are the 22 songs in Swift’s ‘And Baby, That’s Showbusiness For You’ playlist?

  1. 22
  2. All You Had To Do Was Stay
  3. Bad Blood
  4. Blank Space
  5. Dancing With Our Hands Tied
  6. Delicate
  7. Don’t Blame Me
  8. End Game
  9. Gorgeous
  10. How You Get The Girl
  11. I Did Something Bad
  12. I Knew You Were Trouble
  13. King Of My Heart
  14. Message I(nm A Bottle
  15. New Romantics
  16. …Ready For It?
  17. Shake It Off
  18. So It Goes…
  19. Style
  20. We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together
  21. Wildest Dreams
  22. Wonderland
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Christine McGuinness speaks out on Paddy after uncomfortable Celebs Go Dating scenes

Celebs Go Dating star Christine McGuinness opens up on her life after her split from Paddy McGuinness as she is ‘a couple of steps away’ from being her ‘new self’

Christine McGuinness speaks out on her relationship with her ex-husband Paddy McGuinness(Image: E4)

Christine McGuinness has spoken out on her relationship with her ex-husband Paddy McGuinness as she said she is ‘a couple of steps away’ from being her ‘new self’ and not ‘Paddy’s wife’.

Christine, 37, was married to the Take Me Out host for 11 years after they met when she was just 19 years old. She revealed on the Channel 4 dating show that she is not just leaving her ex-husband in the past, but men altogether as she turns her focus onto dating women.

The model and podcaster revealed on E4’s Celebs Go Dating that she has only been in relationships with women in the three years since she has been single, and insists that she is starting a new chapter. It comes after Princess Andre said she was ‘independent’ from her parents as she broke her silence after Katie Price row.

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She revealed on the Channel 4 dating show that she is not just leaving her ex-husband in the past, but men altogether
She revealed on the Channel 4 dating show that she is not just leaving her ex-husband in the past, but men altogether (Image: E4)

Opening up on the dating show, the mum-of-three said: “I feel like I’m a couple of steps away from being my new self and not ‘Paddy’s wife’. I’m coming out of the transition part. I am single and I absolutely do love women. I’d love to explore that more and I definitely see that’s where I’m more comfortable”.

She added: “When I was a teenager, I dated men and women before I was married and now I’m really, really just enjoying spending time with women. For the last three years, I’ve only ever dated women. I was never heterosexual, I’ve never labelled myself anything other than Christine, to be honest.”

Since announcing their shock split in July 2022, Christine has been romantically linked to singer Chelcee Grimes and model, rapper and DJ Roxxxan.

Christine, 37, was married to the Take Me Out host for 11 years
Christine, 37, was married to the Take Me Out host for 11 years (Image: Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)

Single Christine is now opening up more than ever about her love life and how Top Gear presenter Paddy knew from the start of their relationship that she was attracted to women and did not take issue with it.

During a dating masterclass with Too Hot To Handle hunk Louis Russell, Christine was challenged to use her body language to communicate and show her interest. While Christine appears to do a good job, she says: “I think it is a really good example of how I’m used to faking it”.

Christine McGuinness revealed more on her marriage and addressed rumours that Paddy had cheated during their marriage
Christine McGuinness revealed more on her marriage and addressed rumours that Paddy had cheated during their marriage(Image: Channel 4)

She then revealed more on her marriage and addressed rumours that Paddy had cheated during their marriage. She said: “Anyone can make mistakes, but I think the trust was broken. I’ll always love him as the father of my children, I think he’ll be the only man I’ll ever love. A lot of people make mistakes and mess up, when you are a couple who is quite well known in the industry then obviously everyone knows your business.”

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She added: “In some ways, I still carry that feeling of it’s my fault because I ended it. We had an amazing 15 years, we really did. The last couple of years, I think things weren’t quite the same.

“I think once the respect isn’t quite there any more, it’s time to leave. It was the hardest decision I’ve ever made in my life and it forever will be.”